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Dark interior lights

Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by bamaironman, Nov 29, 2018.

  1. Nov 29, 2018 at 9:34 AM
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    bamaironman

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    I swapped my interior lights out with LEDs but the dome light is still really dim. The map lights are nice and bright but the dome really sucks...any ideas?
     
  2. Nov 29, 2018 at 9:42 AM
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  3. Nov 29, 2018 at 12:54 PM
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  6. Nov 29, 2018 at 1:01 PM
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    I picked one up at Vatozone a couple years ago. Its actually true white unlike some that have the blueish tint. Super bright too.
     
  7. Nov 30, 2018 at 9:37 PM
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    Which one did you buy? I got a sylvania “super bright” and it super sucks :(
     
  8. Nov 30, 2018 at 9:45 PM
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    What bulb did you use? I’m returning the one I tried today(pictured)going to try the alternative i saw at the same store. If that doesn’t work I’m buying online.

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  9. Dec 3, 2018 at 5:28 AM
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    I dont remember. It was 3 years ago.
     
  10. Dec 3, 2018 at 6:44 AM
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    @csjumper2003 has what you need.
    direct swap, Nice and bright.

    Give him a shout
     
  11. Dec 3, 2018 at 7:04 AM
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  12. Dec 3, 2018 at 8:53 AM
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  13. Dec 3, 2018 at 9:32 AM
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    Seconded. Very bright and easy to install.
     
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    Can you elaborate? Was it too blue, or just not bright enough? Or both? Was contemplating ordering these.
     
  15. Dec 3, 2018 at 9:42 AM
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    What's the difference in the stage I and stage III kits? Just the intensity, or is the color affected? How does the stage I compare to stock intensity?
     
  16. Dec 3, 2018 at 10:01 AM
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    The lumens - stage 1 is bright but stage 3 is VERY bright. It is the preference of what you want in your car. Stage 3 is the most popular due to the large cabin people want more light.

    Let us know what you decide.

    Thanks

    Thanks - the support is highly appreciated it and happy to hear you are enjoying the LEDs.
     
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  17. Dec 4, 2018 at 9:19 AM
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    It would be great if you had these lights for a 2nd gen.
     
  18. Dec 4, 2018 at 10:02 AM
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    They have kits for all car models if you email them they can make you a custom kit - if they did not already make one they will discount you for your time and help: Support@deAutoLED.com
     
  19. Dec 4, 2018 at 8:18 PM
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    Was not bright enough. I went with Philips vision 30mm festoon on Amazon.
     
  20. Dec 12, 2018 at 11:44 AM
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    Picked a new LED dome light off Amazon. 1st pic is with the new light, 2nd pic with the dim OEM. Couldn't believe the difference
    IMG_6670.jpg IMG_6669.jpg
     

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